In digging a planting hole for a new treasure, I found a splendid example of the wild violet root system. How deep do you think they grow?
Deep.
And Strong.
The primary root went at least 6 inches into the clay before sending out its feeder roots.
Who knows how much further those fine roots reach down to get moisture in a dry summer!
Can you imagine the mess I’d make trying to dig the wild violets out of our lawn? (I don’t bother coz I enjoy seeing them there … but…) Undoubtedly, some root would be left in the ground & in no time, the bees would be feeding on the violet’s sweet nectar again.
Some plants are so resilient.
🙂
Let’s hope my new treasure does half as well as the wild violets.
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Other Plants That Might Be Considered Weeds:
Garden Variety Life 
So did you plant that violet somewhere else??
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Well, no, I didn’t replant it – there are so many already in that bed. I’m actually starting to limit their presence in some of the garden beds. I really like them in the lawn, so I reckon I can use the garden bed space for something else – – there are just so many options! But, hey – would you like me to set some aside for you? There’s an excellent chance they survive in your area. Check out: http://plantwatch.naturealberta.ca/choose-your-plants/early-blue-violet/